VetFran

VetFran For nearly 30 years, VetFran has been the bridge between veterans and the franchise community, fostering entrepreneurship and education. VetFran is the flagship initiative of the International Franchise Association’s Foundation and serves as a bridge between the franchise community, our nation’s veterans and a myriad of public and private sector partners.
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Dating back to 1991, VetFran has been at the forefront of ensuring that franchising is a leading sector of the economy for being veteran-friendly and veteran-ready.

Dating back to 1991, VetFran has been at the forefront of ensuring that franchising is a leading sector of the economy for being veteran-friendly and veteran-ready.

Operating as usual

Are you ready to go into business for yourself? Find out how you can with VetFran by your side!
06/04/2021
VetFran - Over 500 Veterans Franchise Opportunities

Are you ready to go into business for yourself? Find out how you can with VetFran by your side!

VetFran connects veterans with over 500 vetted franchise opportunities. Find funding resources, tips and info on franchising, and more.

Congratulations to PuroClean President and Chief Operating Officer Steve White for reaching 35 years in the franchising ...
06/03/2021
Military Veteran Celebrates 35 Years Of Franchising

Congratulations to PuroClean President and Chief Operating Officer Steve White for reaching 35 years in the franchising industry last month!

News & Views 3/11/2021 Military Veteran Celebrates 35 Years Of Franchising Sponsors PuroClean President and Chief Operating Officer Steve White is celebrating a major milestone, with tributes coming in from franchise owners and industry leaders alike. Having so far dedicated 35 years to the franchis...

Have you heard the news? Check out the Dream Vacations contest!
06/02/2021
Dream Vacations is giving away franchises to military veterans

Have you heard the news? Check out the Dream Vacations contest!

Memorial Day marks the kick-off of the agency's annual Operation Vetrepreneur: Become Your Own General contest, where five franchises will be awarded, with start-up and monthly fees waived.

“Courage is almost a contradiction in terms. It means a strong desire to live taking the form of a readiness to die.”—G....
05/31/2021

“Courage is almost a contradiction in terms. It means a strong desire to live taking the form of a readiness to die.”—G.K. Chesterton

“Courage is almost a contradiction in terms. It means a strong desire to live taking the form of a readiness to die.”—G.K. Chesterton

What is more important? To get credit for an idea or to get an idea implemented?
05/25/2021

What is more important? To get credit for an idea or to get an idea implemented?

What is more important? To get credit for an idea or to get an idea implemented?

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit is committed to supporting those who bravely serve our country.
05/24/2021
Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Hosts National Armed Forces Franchise Fee Voucher Giveaway | RestaurantNews.com

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit is committed to supporting those who bravely serve our country.

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Hosts National Armed Forces Franchise Fee Voucher Giveaway April 26, 2021 · · World’s largest barbecue concept to gift a voucher redeemable toward a franchise fee for one lucky active military or military veteran through contest, May 1-15 Dallas, TX (RestaurantNews.com) C...

Each day is a new opportunity to conquer your goals!
05/18/2021

Each day is a new opportunity to conquer your goals!

Each day is a new opportunity to conquer your goals!

You hold more power than you realize when it comes to overcoming the obstacles ahead of you.
05/11/2021

You hold more power than you realize when it comes to overcoming the obstacles ahead of you.

You hold more power than you realize when it comes to overcoming the obstacles ahead of you.

Never give up!
05/04/2021

Never give up!

Never give up!

Believe it or not, stress doesn't have to be a part of the job.
04/28/2021
Tackle Stress at Work | VetFran

Believe it or not, stress doesn't have to be a part of the job.

VetFran is a strategic initiative of the International Franchise Association and the Franchise Education and Research Foundation.

“Give your stress wings and let it fly away.”—Terri Guillemets
04/27/2021

“Give your stress wings and let it fly away.”—Terri Guillemets

“Give your stress wings and let it fly away.”—Terri Guillemets

If you think you cannot benefit from an organized workspace, think again!
04/26/2021
Give Your Workspace a Good Spring-Cleaning | VetFran

If you think you cannot benefit from an organized workspace, think again!

VetFran is a strategic initiative of the International Franchise Association and the Franchise Education and Research Foundation.

IFA is working hard to support franchises during this time. We appreciate you!
04/22/2021
IFA Gets Results During the COVID-19 Crisis

IFA is working hard to support franchises during this time. We appreciate you!

Since the beginning of the pandemic, IFA's government relations team has secured critical results for the franchise sector in each round of these relief negotiations, as well as standalone measures.

“Plan ahead when you know a situation will arise that causes you stress. Recognize the triggers.”—Cathi Spence
04/20/2021

“Plan ahead when you know a situation will arise that causes you stress. Recognize the triggers.”—Cathi Spence

“Plan ahead when you know a situation will arise that causes you stress. Recognize the triggers.”—Cathi Spence

Address

1900 K St. NW Suite 700
Washington D.C., DC
20006

General information

VetFran works to educate veterans about the entrepreneurship opportunities of franchising, while working with franchisors to help them make effective veterans recruitment and hiring a core part of their values, culture and strategy. VetFran also maintains a nationwide grassroots network of veteran franchisees which empowers them to share their positive stories with other veterans, the public and lets them connect with each other.

Opening Hours

Monday 09:00 - 18:00
Tuesday 09:00 - 18:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 18:00
Thursday 09:00 - 18:00
Friday 09:00 - 18:00

Telephone

(202) 662-7781

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Products

Entrepreneurship education, business ownership opportunities, events, resources, networking.

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Albert Daniel: VetFran Member
Albert Daniel: VetFran Member

Though it is no longer November, VetFran is still proud to highlight our veteran franchisees across the nation. Meet Mr. Albert Daniel, franchise owner of Milex Complete Auto of Frederick, and proud VetFran member. Take a look at this serviceman's amazing profile below! Thank you for your service and thank you as well to Barbara Moran and Moran Family of Brands. #veteranfranchising #fatherandson #franchiseowner International Franchise Association

Though it is no longer November, VetFran is still proud to highlight our veteran franchisees across the nation. Meet Mr. Scott Hester, Mr. Transmission franchise owner, and proud VetFran member. Take a look at this serviceman's amazing profile below! Thank you for your service and thank you as well to Barbara Moran-Goodrich and Moran Family of Brands. #veteranfranchising #fatherandson #franchiseowner International Franchise Association

Jeff Bevis Honors Vets + Promotes VetFran
Jeff Bevis Honors Vets + Promotes VetFran

Next up in our Committee Member profiles, we have Mr. Jeff Bevis, Co-Founder & CEO of FirstLight HomeCare n honoring the #veterans who have served this great nation as well as discussing the value of #VetFran for vets. Thank you, Mr. Bevis! Visit vetfran.org for more information. #support #veteransupport #veteranfranchising

From Honor to Owner
From Honor to Owner

Veterans in franchising through VetFran

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Our Story

For nearly 30 years, VetFran has served as the bridge between the veterans and franchise communities. Our program was born out of the desire of the late Don Dwyer Sr. - founder of The Dwyer Group - to say “thank you” to our veterans returning from the first Gulf War. After the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, IFA re-launched its campaign to assist U.S. veterans, partnering with the White House on a major employment initiative called Operation Enduring Opportunity.

Today, IFA’s VetFran program teaches veterans about entrepreneurship and helps them connect with franchise opportunities at nearly 600 companies. These member companies offer financial incentives and other benefits to prospective veteran franchise owners and make being veteran-friendly and veteran-ready a core part of their values. Thousands of veterans have become franchise owners through the VetFran Program, and we are proud to continue to serve as a gateway to small-business ownership for our nation’s heroes. For more information on IFA’s VetFran program and how you can get involved, go to www.vetfran.org. VetFran is part of the IFA Foundation, a registered 501(c)3 non-profit.

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